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COVID 19: Actor's Guild joins the  Government in the fight against the dreaded corona virus in Nigeria, inaugurates committee comprising top nollywood actors. The President of Actors Guild of Nigeria, His Excellency, Amb. Emeka Rollas Ejezie, VAN has set up a committee to support government in the fight against Corona virus pandemic also known as COVID-19. The Global pandemic “COVID-19” which has recorded over 40,000 death cases worldwide as also recorded over 100,000 recovered cases, presently records 174 confirmed cases, 9 discharge and two death in Nigeria as at late Wednesday 1 April, 2020. The Statement which was sign April 1, 2020 by the National P.R.O of the guild, who doubled as secretary of the committee, Monalisa Chinda Coker, was posted on the official instagram handle of the guild entails, In a bid to assist Government efforts in curbing the spread and managing the menace of the deadly Corona Virus, National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Ejezie E...

The Federation of Obubra Students Association world wide FOSA WW has expressed regret over the demise of one of their illustrious sons and foremost Cross River born  journalist Okan Peter who passed on yesterday as a result of high blood pressure describing his death as a great loss to Obubra and Cross River State at large. In a message signed by Bright Irek, the world wide President and Sly Okare Chief press sec, the Association said Okan Peter was a fine gentle man, who sacrificed everything at his disposal to help Obubra sons/daughters, especially Fosaites', he was one of the strong/key visionary of "New Obubra Project". Okan was the perfect example of the "New Obubra Project" we preached, his always around to support others vision as well as grow/build he's "OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT, FEDERATION OBUBRA STUDENTS ASSOCIATION WORLDWIDE (FOSA-WW) *REF: NACRISS-WW/FOSA-WW/001.* *DATE: 01/04/2020* *RE: FOSAITES' MOURN OKAN PETER.* The sad n...

Gov Ayade issues Executive Orders on COVID-19 response Following the prevalence of coronavirus infections in neighboring states, the Cross River State Governor, Sir Ben Ayade on Wednesday issued the following executive orders: 1. Starting from 12am on April 3rd, 2020, no person will be allowed in public without a nose or face mask. 2. The Cross River State Garment Factory is directed to work round the clock to produce masks, while observing industrial safe distancing 3. Government to distribute masks for free to residents of the state 4. The Ministry of Humanitarian and Welfare Services, in conjunction with the state Food Bank, to deliver free food to the vulnerable in the state. 4. All exit and entry routes into the state are now completely shut against all human and vehicular movements. 5. All commissioners, special advisers, chairmen, Director Generals, directors and members of boards and commissions as well as special assistants, are hereby co-opted to assist the CO...

COVID-19 Lockdown: Markets To Open Between 10:00am and 2:00pm Daily – FG The Federal Government has announced that all markets in states where a lockdown was imposed (Lagos, FCT and Ogun) will be allowed to open between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm daily. The National Co-ordinator of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19, Aliyu Sani, said this on Wednesday during a briefing by members of the task force. “For markets, only shops and stalls selling food and groceries shall be allowed to open to customers between the hours of 10:00 am and 2:00 pm,” he said. Meanwhile, for supermarkets and food stores, their opening hours must be between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm and all owners and managers have been warned to screen staff and customers before entry. “On arrival, all staff must be screened for a high temperature and all those found to have a high body temperature above 38, will be denied entry and advised to seek immediate medical attention. “All deliveries for supplies and products for...

COVID 19: How prepared is Cross River in handling any outbreak of the pandemic in the state? ...A wake up call to the Government and people of Cross River State. By Simon Utsu Coneri Magazine Ayade did well to shut the Cross River borders some days ago and also place men everywhere to ensure there was compliance but I'm just hearing that there's a suspected case of Corona and the person is under close monitoring at the UCTH isolation centre. Lagos has a near state-of-the-art isolation centre and the commissioner for health, Professor Akinola Abayomi(pictured), a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh and the Royal College of Pathologists of the United Kingdom has so far, done a yeoman's job. It may be too early but I think he's my man of the year already.  Aside the awareness campaign embarked upon by the CRS health commissioner & her team, I'm still not convinced that the state is ready to tackle this pandemic. In fact, as it is, Cr...

NCDC has confirmed 12 new cases bringing number to 151 confirmed cases, 9 discharged and 2 deaths. 9 cases were found in Osun, 2 in Edo and 1 in Ekiti.

MAN SHOOTS LANDLORD TO DEATH FOR SLEEPING WITH HIS NEWLY WEDDED WIFE A 32 year old man, Babajide Akinsanya has been arrested by the Osun State Police for shooting his landlord to death while his wife sustained life threatening injuries. The wife and the landlord was caught on his matrimonial bed when he got back just after 3 hours of leaving for work The suspect who confessed to the crime said “ i have been suspecting my wife and the landlord for about a month now, so i decided to come back home earlier when i saw a text message my wife sent to a number saying by 11am. I got in through the kitchen door and went straight to my room where i caught them naked, this is a person my wife do complain about that she so much dislikes not knowing she was saying otherwise. I’m ready to face the law, i really don’t care what happens at this time. Credit..CKN NEWS

COVID 19 AND THE MARK OF THE BEAST "Between 100,000 to 240,000 people will be killed by Covid 19 in Amerca if we take the right measures but if we do not take the right measures up to 1 million Americans may die"- CNN. If CNN is quoting the experts in the medical field and saying that up to 1 million people may die in America alone if the right measures are not taken to tackle Covid 19, can anyone hazard a guess how many millions we may lose in Nigeria and Africa if care is not taken? The whole thing is horrendous and apocalyptic. What is really going on with Covid 19 is far too big, too complex, too sinister, too evil, too bizarre and too extraordinary for the average mind to comprehend or accept. You need to be very astute, very well-read, very focused and literally a genius to get it clearly or you need to be led by the Spirit of God to open your mind and eyes. Without either you will struggle with accepting the truth and even if you do accept it you may not b...

History of April Fools’ Day April Fools’ Day spread throughout Britain during the 18th century. In Scotland, the tradition became a two-day event, starting with “hunting the gowk,” in which people were sent on phony errands (gowk is a word for cuckoo bird, a symbol for fool) and followed by Tailie Day, which involved pranks played on people’s derrieres, such as pinning fake tails or “kick me” signs on them. April Fools’ Day Pranks In modern times, people have gone to great lengths to create elaborate April Fools’ Day hoaxes. Newspapers, radio and TV stations and websites have participated in the April 1 tradition of reporting outrageous fictional claims that have fooled their audiences. In 1957, the BBC reported that Swiss farmers were experiencing a record spaghetti crop and showed footage of people harvesting noodles from trees. In 1985,  Sports Illustrated  writer George Plimpton tricked many readers when he ran a made-up article about a rookie pitcher named Sid...

We welcome you all to the month of April, the fourth month in the year 2020. This month, like every other one is a  plain sheet of paper or blank cheque or yet to be programmed device presented to you by God to help you achieve your dreams on earth. The plain sheet or the blank cheque or non programmed device are your raw materials for exploit. Now it is up to you to make the best use of the blank sheet, blank cheque or device.  You have to write on the plain sheet as well as the blank cheque things and figures that will not only transform you as a person but that will create lasting impact on the society. And as  for the device, you have to programme it to release those hidden treasures and prosperity  into your life. Achieving results with these gift of nature depends on what you do with it. Some people instead of pressing the button with faith, prayers and  hard work, they rather programme the month with unbelief,  laziness, idleness and prayerlessnes...

Nigeria has recorded four new cases, 1 in Lagos and 3 in the FCT  bringing the total confirmed cases to 139 in the country with 9 discharged  and two deaths.

Find solace in the legacies of Okan Peter: BASSEY TOM CAMPAIGN ORGANIZATION writes family, colleagues and Friends, describes Okan as a fecund of media in Nigeria BASSEY TOM CAMPAIGN ORGANIZATION has commiserated with the family, colleagues and friends of  Okan Peter, the Cross River born journalist who died earlier today in Calabar, describing his demise as untimely, sad and a great loss to the people of Cross River State, Nigeria and mankind  in general. Speaking on behalf of the Bassey Tom Campaign organization, the chairman Media and Publicity, Paddy Tom who recounted the good moments with the deceased to include professionally anchoring the maiden campaign of Dr Bassey Agara Tom  as MC, a job he did with astuteness and enthusiasm urged the family, colleagues and friends of the deceased to find solace in the legacies of Okan Peter while he was alive to Cross Riverians and indeed humanity as deeply expressed across media platforms. He said late okan  was a f...

Popular Cross River born Tv and radio host,  Mr Okan peter slums, dies in Calabar. Peter was said to have been rushed to a hospital in calabar after he collapsed while relaxing after the day's work yesterday night but was confirmed dead this morning by the hospital management. Until his death, peter was a Tv presenter with Cross River Broadcasting Coperation and was a radio host of various stations. May his soul Rest In peace. Tags obituary

(George's Print) UCTH admits patient to Isolation Center, insist no Covid-19 case in Cross River State The Management of the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) has refuted reports of a case of COVID-19 recorded in the hospital. The Management however, confirmed that a patient has been admitted into the designated isolation center in the hospital. Speaking on behalf of the UCTH management, the Chairman, Medical Advisory Committee (C-MAC) of the Hospital, Prof. Ogbu Ngim, said they we were made to understand that a patient was brought into the Casualty department of the hospital who had some upper respiratory tract infections. Ngim said that the patient was not sneezing or had fever or any of the symptoms that reveals it was Covid-19. "As you know, in this period, even if you have  malaria, people will think it is  Covid-19 which is not correct. "However, we observed what we call universal precaution on any case that you think may be and she was ...

With the outbreak of the dreaded corona virus pandemics with its attendant deaths and incarceration of several thousand of people the world over and with number of confirmed cases reaching an alarming proportion of 131 within a short space of arrival in the country, Nigerians have become fearful and confused especially with several rumors and misinformation making rounds on social media. Recently, there have been several reports that tend to induce fear and cause anxiety in the society. One of those reports is that the virus has entered Cross River State. First, there was a report that a case has been confirmed in Ikom, headquarters of Ikom LGA and another in Ugep, headquarters of Yakurr Local Government Area but both reports were later debunked as mere rumors. And just this morning, another report came that a case has been confirmed in Calabar and that the patient has been rushed to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital. The chief Medical Director of the University of C...

 COVID-19: C’River Distributes Complete Set of ICT Devices to MDAs; Activates Remote Working Strategy With the accelerating Coronavirus pandemic globally, the social distancing strategy and the clamor of working remotely in the interim, the Cross River State Government through the Ministry of International Development Cooperation and in partnership with the World Bank, has started the distribution of ICT gadgets to all the MDAs in the State to ensure a strict compliance of the partial lockdown directives of the State Government. “This forms a part of the efforts of HE, Sen. Ben Ayade in joining other world leaders to contain and combat the covid-19 pandemic by encouraging virtual working environments, promoting social distancing and curbing the spread of the virus. Although the State is yet to confirm a single case, the State Government and United Nation system are working assiduously to avert any possible outbreak in the State. The gadgets will also scale up activities at ...

Twenty new cases of #COVID19 have been reported in Nigeria; 13 in Lagos, 4 in FCT, 2 in Kaduna and 1 in Oyo State As at 09:00 pm 30th March there are 131 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria with 2 deaths. As at 09:00 pm 30th March, there are 131 confirmed cases 2 deaths For a breakdown of cases by states in real time, please see http://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng Currently; Lagos- 81 FCT- 25 Ogun- 3 Enugu- 2 Ekiti- 1 Oyo- 8 Edo- 2 Bauchi- 2 Osun-2 Rivers-1 Benue- 1 Kaduna- 3

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Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde has tested positive for coronavirus. He made the announcement via his Twitter handle. “I just received my COVID-19 confirmation test result. It is POSITIVE. I am asymptomatic and will continue to self-isolate. “I have designated Prof Temitope Alonge, former Chief Medical Director of the University College, Ibadan, as the Head of COVID-19 Task Force while I recover fully. Please continue to comply with all the directives from the COVID-19 Task Force. Stay home, stay safe.”

With the outbreak of the deadly corona virus pandemic the world and with Nigeria recording 111 confirmed cases and one death, it is now very risky to attend some events or go to some places. Below are 20 most risky places to go: 1. The Salon: Both male and female salons pose great risks for contacting the virus. Kindly avoid going to salons for now if you want to remain safe.  2. The market: The market is one place that you can easily contact the virus. For the mean time, avoid going to any market. 3. The church: The church is another risky place to visit for now. Please kindly avoid attending services and church programmes that draw huge crowd. 4. The football: The football field or game center is one risky place to be at this point in time. Kindly avoid bet centres. 5. Recreational centers: Recreational centers where people from different places visit pose great risk. Kindly stay away.  6. Hotels and restaurants: Kindly stay away from hotels a...

The donations from our wealthy men and organisations to support fight against #Covid19 in Nigeria. This is really commendable. 1. Aliko Dangote          -1Billion. 2. Abdulsamad Rabiu - 1Billion. 3. Femi Otedola          -1Billion. 4. Tony OElumelu      -1Billion. 5. Herbert O. Wigwe  - 1Billion. 6. Segun Agbaje        - 1Billion. 7. Jim Ovia                 - 1Billion. 8. Access Bank         - 1Billion. 9. GT Bank                  -1Billion. 10. Zenith Banks       -1Billion. 11. Atiku Abubakar   -50million. 12. UBA.                     - 2.5 Billion 13. NNPC.                  - 11 Billion 14.Bar Robinson Ozomma Akpua  10M 15.Chief Obi...

COVID 19: 5 Pakistani Doctors, police officer tested positive Media has reported that five doctors and one policeman have tested positive for corona virus in Karachi city of Pakistan. Local transmission is taking place in the country, reports said. As the number of confirmed coronavirus patients continues to grow with most becoming victims of local transmission, the personnel of law-enforcement agencies and health workers are becoming more exposed to the threat as in just two days a police officer and five doctors tested positive for the pandemic, officials and sources told Dawn News. “Four doctors of a major private hospital and one from some other private health facility came into contact with the virus while performing their duties,” said an official while citing details of total local transmission cases to Dawn News. “The doctors, we all know, are the front-line force in fight against the coronavirus and [are] more vulnerable compared to other people. In total 189 conf...

Breaking: Cross River born Ovat Vincent Agara discovers possible cure to COVID 19. ...Says patients will recover completely within 24 hours Cross River born entrepreneur and chairmanship aspirant in the 2020 C'River LG Council Elections Mr.  Ovat Vincent Agara AKA Dylan has discovered a possible  cure to the deadly corona virus. Mr Dylan who is the CEO of Nyovat Shopping Mall said the cure was showed to him  in a dream by his late mother and that the therapy is effective enough to help COVID 19 patients recover within 24 hours. In a telephone interview with Coneri Magazine, Mr Dylan said: "I had a three day's dream with a team of doctors and my late mother leading the team; she educated and instructed me on what to do, to prevent the Chinese and Italian catastrophe in Nigeria. She warned me to be very serious about this, that with this we may not lose up to ten people to Covic 19 in Nigeria if i take her instructions seriously, that this antidote will cure with...

Nigeria has recorded fourteen new cases bringing number to 111 total confirmed cases. As at 09:30 pm 29th March, there are 111 confirmed cases 1 death For a breakdown of cases by states in real time, please see http:// covid19.ncdc.gov.ng Currently; Lagos- 68 FCT- 21 Ogun- 3 Enugu- 2 Ekiti- 1 Oyo- 7 Edo- 2 Bauchi- 2 Osun-2 Rivers-1 Benue- 1 Kaduna- 1

ADDRESS BY H.E. MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE COVID- 19 PANDEMIC SUNDAY 29TH MARCH, 2020 1. Fellow Nigerians, 2. From the first signs that Coronavirus, or COVID-19 was turning into an epidemic and was officially declared a world-wide emergency, the Federal Government started planning preventive, containment and curative measures in the event the disease hits Nigeria. 3. The whole instruments of government are now mobilized to confront what has now become both a health emergency and an economic crisis. 4. Nigeria, unfortunately, confirmed its first case on 27th February 2020. Since then, we have seen the number of confirmed cases rise slowly. 5. By the morning of March 29th, 2020, the total confirmed cases within Nigeria had risen to ninety-seven. 6. Regrettably, we also had our first fatality, a former employee of PPMC, who died on 23rd March 2020. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family in this very difficult time. We also pr...